Nahalband - Varla, Barwani
Nahalband is a village situated in the Varla tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Varla and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Nahalvan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nahalband village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nahalband is 478694. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.16 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Nahalband village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nahalband
As per Census 2011, Nahalband village has a total population of 695 people, consisting of 332 males and 363 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 683 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nahalband are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 695 | 332 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 63 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 326 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 84 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 248 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Nahalband
Nahalband is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nahalband
Nahalband is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Nahalband is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Nahalband is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nahalband
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nahalband village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Nahalband
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nahalband village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nahalband
Where is Nahalband located?
Nahalband village is located in Varla Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nahalband?
The Gram Panchayat of Nahalband is Nahalvan.
What is the pincode of Nahalband?
The pincode of Nahalband is 451666.
What is the population of Nahalband?
Nahalband has a total population of 695, including 332 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Nahalband?
There are 107 households in Nahalband.
What is the literacy rate in Nahalband?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nahalband is 21.01%. Male literacy is 25.30% and female literacy is 17.08%.